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Crawford & Company® Announces New Operating Divisions
ATLANTA, January 21, 2026--Crawford & Company® (NYSE: CRD-A and CRD-B) has announced a new global operating structure designed to accelerate its client-centric strategy to deliver an integrated service model, strengthen collaboration across geographies and enhance the company’s ability to deliver unmatched service to clients worldwide.
About this update from Crawford & Company
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